Title: Silver Lactate
CAS Registry Number: 128-00-7
CAS Name: 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid silver salt
Molecular Formula: C3H5AgO3
Molecular Weight: 196.94
Percent Composition: C 18.30%, H 2.56%, Ag 54.77%, O 24.37%
Line Formula: CH3CH(OH)COOAg
Derivative Type: Monohydrate
Properties: White or slightly gray, cryst powder readily affected by light. Sol in about 15 parts water; slightly sol in alcohol. Protect from light.
Therap-Cat: Topical anti-infective; astringent.
Keywords: Antiseptic/Disinfectant; Silver compounds; Astringent.